Winter is upon us, and snow and ice professionals should have their equipment properly outfitted with legal lights. Use of strobe lighting on snowplow vehicles is governed by state and/or local municipality ordinance.

Here are some tips to take to make sure your equipment is in compliance:

Private snow vehicles are usually prohibited from utilizing strobe or flashing lights while traveling on the roadway - unless operating on behalf of a municipality. If you don’t know the law, check with your local police department on what type of lights and use are allowed.

Know your colors. Some laws not only regulate the use of the lighting but also the color of lights that can be used on private snow vehicles.

About SIMA

Empowering snow & ice management for success is our mission. We are a non-profit trade association with a focus on training, events, and best practices related to snow plowing, ice management, and business management.